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How can we know for sure? What is your standard that guides your life?
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28
How can we know for sure? That is a broad question I know, but when it comes to discerning what is the absolute best for us, it encompasses virtually everything we do in life. We make decisions constantly throughout each day. Obviously, some are more important than others and they impact our lives in varying ways. I do believe, however, that we all have some standard, an absolute foundation, upon which we base our decisions. In fact, that standard is what guides us…period.
I remember how, as a young child attending Sunday School classes at church, I loved listening to all of the stories that were read to us from the Bible. My mind would instantly fill up with vividly colored images of the people and places that were described in detail inside its pages. Sometimes the words seemed to come to life as the characters acted out their parts on my private stage. Although I could never really truly envision what God actually looked like, He was always there in each story guiding and instructing, protecting and providing for the Bible characters. No matter how each story began, or what happened in between, I always knew that God would make everything work out well in the end.
Now, more than ever, there is nothing of greater importance than knowing what God’s will and purpose is of me. For without His guidance and presence in my life well, I truly have no life! When it comes to making decisions, or doing anything really, my foundation and standard for living is based on His Word, the Bible…it sustains me with life-giving hope. Unlike when I was a little girl listening to the Bible stories, I don’t know what is going to happen “in between” my own life story. Many things have happened thus far that I truly had no idea would. But I can honestly say with confidence, that I know for sure, that God will make it all work out beautifully.
How do you know for sure? What is your standard that guides your life? If you haven’t an answer…I can assure you, the Bible is a good place to start.
Peace and love,
Felecia
